What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Saitama?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Saitama is to train which costs ¥500 - ¥750 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Saitama?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Saitama is to train which takes 13 min and costs ¥500 - ¥750.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Ōmiya Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Ōmiya. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Saitama?

The distance between Tokyo and Saitama is 30 km. The road distance is 31.7 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Saitama without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs ¥500 - ¥750.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Saitama?

The train from Tōkyō Station to Ōmiya takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Saitama bus from?

Tokyo to Saitama bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Saitama train from?

Tokyo to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Saitama?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Saitama is to train which takes 13 min and costs ¥500 - ¥750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 30 min.

Where does the Tokyo to Saitama bus arrive?

Tokyo to Saitama bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, arrive at Ōmiya Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Saitama train arrive?

Tokyo to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Saitama is 32 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Tokyo to Saitama.

How do I get a train ticket from Tokyo to Saitama?

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Where can I stay near Saitama?

There are 421+ hotels available in Saitama.

Tokyo to Saitama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Saitama by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ōmiyatrain Nasuno / ...
13 min
¥500–750
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Ōmiya Stationbus
30 min
Drive 31.7 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Saitamacar 31.7 km
33 min
¥538–777
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Saitamataxi 31.7 km
33 min
¥15,000–18,000

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Distance: 30.4 km
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Saitama, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Ōmiya every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥500–750 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Ōmiya Station once daily, and the journey takes 30 min.

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